Robyn Stone’s recent article in Generations describes how evidence-based programs for older adults are increasing well-being and decreasing costs by addressing the social dimensions of health.
Differing levels of spending on social services may be the key reason behind why some countries have significantly poorer health outcomes than others, according to an article by Dr. Robyn Stone in the supplement to the Winter 2019-20 Generations. Stone is co-director of the LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston.
The Generations supplement, entitled, “Older Adults and America’s Healthcare Cost Crisis,” features 13 articles exploring the pressing need to lower health care costs for older Americans, the medical perspective on cost containment approaches, and solutions that go beyond medical care. Stone’s article, “Investing in the Social Dimensions of Health” falls into the last category.
